lunar eclipse

noun

: an eclipse in which the full moon passes partially or wholly through the umbra of the earth's shadow

Examples of lunar eclipse in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Sadly, the sun, Earth and moon won't line up again to create a spectacular lunar eclipse, as was the case in August. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 31 Aug. 2026

During a partial lunar eclipse that peaked just after midnight on Friday, Earth’s shadow darkened parts of the moon’s visible surface. — Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026

The Pisces lunar eclipse arrives to upgrade your emotional philosophies. — Usa Today, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Consider heading to one of Michigan's dark sky areas in regions with clear, dry conditions, for a closer look at the lunar eclipse and colorful auroras. — Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1667, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lunar eclipse

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Kids Definition

lunar eclipse

noun

: an eclipse in which the moon passes partially or entirely through the umbra of the earth's shadow